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Segment Information - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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May 31, 2013 | May 31, 2013 Segment
Disclosure Segment Information Additional Information [Abstract] |  |
Reportable cruise segments |  | 3
Gains (Losses) on Sales of Assets | $ 15 |

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